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I won't stick around to see how much temptation I can take. God is not impressed with my ability to stand up to sin. He is more impressed by the obedience I show when I run from it.

Joshua Harris

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Joshua Harris
Age: 49
Born: 1974
Born: December 30
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Dayton
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